Saddle Advice Please

[csx355]

Hi all - just beginning to pull everything together for my Z1000a1 and organising the refurb's on stuff that I can't do myself.

The seat base on the saddle that I have with the bike is pretty manky with rust.

I think it might be the original but am happy to be told otherwise. I have had saddles refurbished by Andrew at Leightons before and been very happy with the results however this one is likely to take a bit more work, probably cost £175 plus including postage and possibly have the base repairs noticeable. I like the idea of using the original stuff and want it to look right where possible.

My questions are -
How good are the aftermarket saddles, which ones would be the best alternative?
Is this the original saddle - is it worth staying with it?
Would the metal repairs give anyone real cause for concern?
Does anyone have a decent saddle for sale?

Thanks in advance.

[A1John]

Your base/pan looks original I would buy a repro seat the quality is very good, saves time and money in the end.

[ADRIAN H]

Webike in japan, have various different types for sale - see link.

https://japan.webike.net/ps/#!p.m=463&p.c=6501&p.sk=1

[ADRIAN H]

I have one of these on my Z1000 - which is very comfortable. SAISEI should be able to order for you. link https://japan.webike.net/products/1522874.html

[csx355]

Many thanks - looks like a ringing endorsement for a pattern jobby.

[Briz1]

I have one of these on my Z1000 - which is very comfortable. SAISEI should be able to order for you. link https://japan.webike.net/products/1522874.html

Nice mods and I like that seat. Would look right on my A1.

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[PAULJAC47]

Agree the repops are very good, that base looks well rotten...